Within the first hour following a vaginal delivery, the nurse assesses the mother and finds the fundus is firm and there is a trickle of bright red blood. The nurse recognizes that:
a. this is a normal occurrence.
b. this is abnormal and should be reported.
c. the perineum needs to be checked frequently.
d. the patient should be restricted to bed rest.
A
A bright red drainage is normal immediately after delivery.
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